Good People

Good People

By Joel ShermanEducationSelf-Improvement
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Good People episodes

  • #50 - Alex Hermanson - The Importance of Breaking Through Barriers

    Alex Hermanson is a runner, creator, and all around great human. 


    In this episode, expect to learn about Herm’s life, the kinds of sports he played growing up, when and how he got into running, what kinds of running excites him, if he is going to run 200+ mile races, what running has given him in his life, his three tips for anyone just starting out, his thoughts on the current state of creators on the internet, what separates authentic creators from others, and much more.


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    Connect with Herm:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herm.runs 

    Threads: https://www.threads.net/@herm.runs 

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hermruns 

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hermruns?_t=8kJuniSL8Pe&_r=1 

    Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/32166219?_branch_match_id=693197838649398073&_branch_referrer=H4sIAAAAAAAAA8soKSkottLXLy4pSixL1EssKNDLyczL1nfMSa3wSC3KTcwrzs8DAAuRPnwlAAAA 


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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachjoelsherman/   

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coachjoelsherman 

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    Email: [email protected]

    1 hr 4 min
  • #49 - Jason Anderson 3 - What You Can Learn From Cutting Out Alcohol

    Jason Anderson is an ultra distance cyclist, runner, snowboarder, and Christian.


    In this episode, Joel and Jason discuss various topics, including wedding planning, the value of friendship, taking time off from drinking, and the effects of adding alcohol back into their lives. They explore the benefits of sobriety and the importance of balancing productivity with well-being. They also emphasize the significance of connection and the role it plays in personal growth and happiness. The conversation also leads to the importance of relationships and fellowship, embracing weaknesses, taking risks, and trying new things. They emphasize the need to make little ripples and explore the opposite of one's nature to grow as an individual. They also discuss the journey of self-discovery and the process of unfolding one's potential. The conversation concludes with a discussion of Jason's upcoming ultra distance cycling events.


    Connect with Jason:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gofasttturnleft/ 

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiLqpnbAOJyps18AHtFTNhQ 


    Get in touch in the comments or: 

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachjoelsherman/   

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coachjoelsherman 

    Threads: https://www.threads.net/@coachjoelsherman 

    1 hr 4 min
  • #48 - 10 Books to Read Before You Die
    In this episode, Joel goes into detail on a list of 10 books to read before you die. This, by no means, is an exhaustive list. It is a compilation of books from all different kinds of genres that don't typically get recommended in lists such as this.
    Joel emphasizes the importance of reading and how it can improve one's well being, education, and language use, the importance of developing the skill of focus, how engaging in diverse book choices allows you to value changing insight and perspectives, the profoundness found in living simply, and much more.
    Sponsors:
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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachjoelsherman/ 
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    31 min
  • #47 - Phil Reed - The Real Cost of Social Media Addiction

    Today I was joined by Professor Phil Reed. He is a professor of psychology at Swansea University who applies his knowledge to broad areas of research; some of which include Learning and Behavior, Special Needs, and Internet Addiction. 


    In this episode, expect to learn the truth about the integration of internet and digital technology into daily life, what social media addiction looks like, the negative social, emotional, and cognitive health issues associated with high social media use, the importance of face to face interactions in having relationships in the real world, the importance of finding a harmonious balance of social media use, a root cause for why folks resort to social media as a tool to cope with the rigors and challenges of everyday life, the positives to social media and technology like increased connectivity, the dangers of losing out on shared experiences, how mindfulness plays a role in helping correct social media use issue, what surprises Phil about his research, and much more.


    Sponsors:

    Get 15% off on all Die Tired Co products at https://dietiredco.com/ and use code "GP15" at checkout.


    Connect with Phil:

    Swansea University Biography: https://www.swansea.ac.uk/staff/p.reed/ 


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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachjoelsherman/ 

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    1 hr 11 min
  • #46 - Dr. Joseph Schwartz - What Stress is Actually Doing to You

    Today I was joined by Dr. Joseph Schwartz. He is an associate professor at Florida State University in the Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice. Much of his research focuses on the interplay between biological and environmental impacts on behavioral and health outcomes.


    In this episode, expect to learn about how both biology and environment are crucial variables in explaining behavior and health outcomes, how high stress responsivity will lead to a range of negative health outcomes like physical and mental health problems, the role of stress response in human biology, the qualities of individuals with low stress responsivity, the wear and tear accumulated in individuals that experience prolonged exposure to stressors, how habituation to stressful events affects us, the role of childhood adversity on later life stress responsivity, the Active Calibration Model and it’s 4 patterns of stress responsivity, the safe routes of developing healthy stress responsivity, preventative interventions and Dr. Schwartz’s ideas for future research, and so much more. 


    Sponsors:

    Rockingham Vintage Baseball Club Facebook Group and practice information: https://www.facebook.com/groups/240635499098481


    Get 15% off on all Die Tired Co products at https://dietiredco.com/ and use code "GP15" at checkout.


    Connect with Dr. Schwartz:

    Website: https://josephaschwartz.com/

    X: https://twitter.com/schwartz_j?lang=en 


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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachjoelsherman/ 

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coachjoelsherman 

    Threads: https://www.threads.net/@coachjoelsherman

    1 hr 10 min
  • #45 - Maria Candler - Understanding the Enneagram in the Age of Emotion

    Today I was joined by Maria Candler. Maria has more than twenty-five years of experience in coaching and leading teams in complex business environments. She is an Enneagram and trauma-informed coach, and has used the model to achieve amazing results for folks in self and social awareness and development.

    In this episode, expect to learn about the Enneagram and its impact on personal and professional life, the importance of understanding one's Enneagram type and the invitation to work with all parts of oneself. Maria also explores the levels of integration and health in the Enneagram model, as well as the three centers of intelligence. She highlights the significance of the wing types and the balance they bring. Additionally, Maria discusses the stress and security types and their influence on behavior and emotions. We also discuss the Enneagram and its application in understanding personal growth and stress patterns. She explains how individuals can identify their stress and growth types and the importance of integrating both types for personal development. Maria also highlights the cyclical nature of patterns and the tendency to indulge in certain behaviors. She introduces the Five A's process for self-awareness and shares the benefits of understanding oneself holistically. Maria emphasizes the challenges people face in dealing with emotions and the need for self-care practices. She concludes by discussing the impact of the Enneagram in the age of emotion and provides resources for further learning.


    Sponsors:

    Get 15% off on all Die Tired Co products at https://dietiredco.com/ and use code "GP15" at checkout.


    Connect with Maria:

    Website: https://www.northrivercoach.com/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/north_river_coaching/

    Learn more about the Enneagram: https://www.narrativeenneagram.org/


    Get in touch in the comments or: 

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachjoelsherman/ 

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coachjoelsherman 

    Threads: https://www.threads.net/@coachjoelsherman

    1 hr 4 min
  • #44 - How to Actually Lose Weight and Get in Shape

    In today's solo episode off Good People, Joel breaks down a very simple approach to losing weight, getting in shape, and staying in shape.


    He discusses three pillars of fitness that can easily be applied to most modern lives. They are: daily movement, nutrition, and strength and conditioning. Joel takes a step by step approach in helping you navigate how each one of these things are impactful, the order of importance when it comes to implementing changes, the importance of having long term goals when it comes to sustainable change, why fitness advice is so confusing, and so much more.


    Sponsors:

    Get 15% off on all Die Tired Co products at https://dietiredco.com/ and use code "GP15" at checkout.


    Get in touch in the comments or: 

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachjoelsherman/ 

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coachjoelsherman 

    Threads: https://www.threads.net/@coachjoelsherman

    42 min
  • #43 - Stephen Covert - Being Vulnerable Can Save Your Life

    Today I was joined by Stephen Covert. He is a Christian, husband, natural bodybuilder, and the owner of Iron Therapy Club.


    In this episode, expect to learn about the inception of Iron Therapy Club, how ITC has grow since it's founding, why it's important for Stephen to grow ITC, how being vulnerable has changed his life, why you should be vulnerable, finding groups of friends to hang out with, being a natural bodybuilder, potential effects on young people of fitness influencers using steroids, how to set a better example for young people, marriage, what marriage has given Stephen, how it's affected his life in ways he didn't plan, challenges he's faced in 8 months of marriage, what it means to be a good person, his faith, and much more.


    Sponsors:

    Get 15% off on all Die Tired Co products at https://dietiredco.com/ and use code "GP15" at checkout.


    Connect with Stephen:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephen.covert/

    Iron Therapy Club: https://theirontherapyclub.com/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephencovert/featured


    Get in touch in the comments or: 

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachjoelsherman/ 

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coachjoelsherman 

    Threads: https://www.threads.net/@coachjoelsherman

    1 hr
  • #42 - Susan Niebergall - The Hard Truth About Fat Loss

    Today I was joined by Susan Niebergall. She is an online weight loss coach, Co-Coach in the SF Inner Circle, and has 20+ years of experience helping people improve their fitness.


    In this episode, expect to learn about Susan's start in the fitness industry, how she transitioned from a job in school counseling to training people, all of the fads in fitness she has seen throughout her career, an outline of her own fitness journey, the missing ingredient to her success in the gym, common mistakes people make when trying to lose weight, why you shouldn't fear the scale, the importance of daily movement, strength training, various nutrition strategies to help you achieve your weight loss goals, the Jonas Brothers, and so much more.


    Sponsors:

    Get 15% off on all Die Tired Co products at https://dietiredco.com/ and use code "GP15" at checkout.


    Connect with Susan:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susanniebergallfitness/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@susanniebergallfitness138

    Fit at Any Age: It's Never Too Late Book: https://www.amazon.com/Fit-Any-Age-Never-Late/dp/1736092308

    Get Coached by Susan: https://www.sfinnercircle.com/

    Susan's email: [email protected]


    Get in touch in the comments or: 

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachjoelsherman/ 

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coachjoelsherman 

    Threads: https://www.threads.net/@coachjoelsherman

    1 hr 3 min
  • #41 - Ryan Renteria - Your Only Competition is You

    Today I was joined by Ryan Renteria - who's perhaps better known by his Instagram handle, WolfOutWest. Ryan is a husband, father, physics student, and he's covered in cool tattoos.


    In this episode, expect to learn about his tattoos, what its like to get tattooed, tips for people looking to get tattoos, his life as a physics student, why he decided to go back to school, what it's like balancing life as a dad and student, how you can achieve anything if you work hard enough, his "you-vs-you" mentality, when and how fitness became a priority for him, frameworks for self improvement, his views on what it's like to be a creator, the benefits of having a personal brand, and much more.


    Sponsors:

    Get 15% off on all Die Tired Co products at https://dietiredco.com/ and use code "GP15" at checkout.


    Connect with Ryan:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wolfoutwest

    Website: https://www.wolfoutwest.com/


    Get in touch in the comments or: 

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachjoelsherman/ 

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coachjoelsherman 

    Threads: https://www.threads.net/@coachjoelsherman

    1 hr 9 min

About Good People

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Welcome to Good People. A show where good people tell us how to make the world a better place and we try to listen.